While it’s true that most of my senior clients are girls, I won’t ever leave the guys out. Same principles apply either way, real conversation first, zero stiff-cheesy-forced-smile poses, and photos that actually look like you, not a generic “senior portrait.” If you’ve got a Class of 2027 guy who needs this too, let’s talk.

Sarasota senior guys portrait collage, three styles

What to Expect

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Pre-Session, a real conversation first.

We talk through who you actually are, not who you think you’re supposed to be for a photo. Sports, music, what you’re into, what you’re absolutely not doing. That’s how we land on a location and a plan that fits you.

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The Session, no stiff posing, no “just smile.”

We move, we talk, we get it done without it feeling like a chore. Whether it’s 30 minutes or 90, my job is to make it painless.

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Your Gallery, delivered on schedule.

Hand-edited images that actually look like you, not a stock senior. Ready to pick your favorites and go.

Pricing

Most guys plan to spend between $795 and $2,000 on their full senior session, prints, digitals, and everything in between, chosen after your gallery is ready so you’re only picking from what you actually love.

Want something simpler and more affordable? The Petite Session is a single flat rate, one location, 30 minutes, no big production, just a solid handful of great shots to call it done.

Want the full price guide? Drop your email below and I’ll send it your way.

What to Wear

Fit over brand.

A shirt that fits well beats a logo tee every time. Slightly tailored over baggy, always.

Make it you.

A letterman jacket, a band tee, cleats, whatever you’d actually wear on a normal day. That’s where the best photos come from, not a stiff outfit bought just for this.

Layer it.

A jacket, flannel, or henley over a plain tee gives us texture and an easy second look without a full outfit change.

Denim’s your best friend.

Dark wash jeans or chinos work with almost any location and any top.

Skip the busy stuff.

Big logos, loud graphics, and tiny patterns pull focus from your face, which is the whole point.

Shoes count too.

Wear something you’d actually be caught in, not brand new kicks straight out of the box.

A note on session length: if you’re booked for a Petite session, plan around one main outfit, a shirt swap or added jacket is plenty. Full sessions have room for two or three complete looks.

Got a Class of 2027 guy who needs this too?

Let’s Talk

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michaela@ristainophotography.com | 941-957-8088 | Sarasota FL